The exterior styling of the 2011 Audi A8 sedan is all-new, yet largely follows the traditional and elegant theme established for the A8, with enhanced LED lighting up front. As with the R8 sports car, aluminum Audi Space Frame construction has helped hone the chassis and reduces that chassis weight by a claimed 40 percent over a comparable steel structure. Inside, the MMI control interface has been revised, incorporating an innovative touchpad for driver input.
The Audi A8 is a full-size premium luxury sedan loaded to the brim with the company's latest technological advances. More than just a showcase for Audi design and engineering, the A8 serves two masters: The driver and the chauffeured. Every bit the equal of such makes as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7 Series and Lexus LS, the A8 appeals to those who have the cash, but might prefer not to flaunt it quite so much. The A8's subtle styling is alluring without being flashy, a traditional design that stands the test of time long after other cars have become dated. Offered in regular or extended wheelbase versions, and with a choice of a new V8 or the proven W12 engine, the A8 is all about style, sophistication and success.
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why ads?By A VIII (Michigan) on Monday, April 18, 2011
overall rating 5 of 5rating details
"I took deliver of my 2011 A8L four months ago. After driving a BMW750 Li, Benz SL550, I chose the Audi. The car is a value when you compare it to the aforementioned vehicles. This car is beautiful and the interior is elegant. Not many on the road, so you get a lot of people taking a second look at it. Many gadgets to play with on this car. No problem with this car so far and I don't expect many as AUDI stands behind their product. IPhone sync's well with the Bluetooth."
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By peanut (Muskegon, Mi) on Saturday, November 06, 2010
overall rating 4 of 5rating details
"The Audi a8 does everythig I could ever want or need a car to do. Love not seeing myself at every stoploght like I do the Benzs, Jags, Lexus cars. Can't wait to get my hands on the 2011 !!!!!"
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By steve (New york) on Friday, January 21, 2011
overall rating 3 of 5rating details
"Poor quality, with many tiny problems here and there... among other problems, transmission, engine and electronic problems..."
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